Boeing 777X

Boeing has started construction of a composites centre for twin-aisle 777X aircraft in St Louis, Missouri, US.

The facility will feature six autoclaves, and is an expansion of the company’s existing tooling centre at the complex.

Work on the project is expected to be completed in 2016 with plans to begin work on 777X wing and empennage parts in 2017.

Boeing military aircraft cross-enterprise design/build vice-president Bob Ciesla said: "As we move forward with construction of our new centre, we will significantly enhance our aerospace composite capability in St Louis, positioning us for today’s opportunities, and tomorrow’s.

"This is a tremendous opportunity for Boeing St Louis and the entire region, which enables us to bridge to the future as a site with both commercial and defence capabilities."

The project will support the region with 700 new jobs.

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"As we move forward with construction of our new centre, we will significantly enhance our aerospace composite capability in St Louis."

In October, Boeing started construction of composite wing centre at its facility in Everett, Washington.

The centre will be engaged in composite wing fabrication for the 777X airliner.

Separately, Boeing has selected Rockwell Collins’ flight displays, integrated surveillance system and select flight control systems for its twin-aisle 777X aircraft.

Earlier this week, GE Aviation’s common core avionics and electrical power systems have been selected for the 777X.

The 777X will be offered in two models, 777-8X and 777-9X, and has so far received 300 orders and commitments from six customers.

Boeing plans to deliver the first 777X aircraft in 2020.

Image: The new composites centre will work on 777X wing and empennage parts. Photo: courtesy of Boeing.